# boring.notch

Free, open-source island with media controls and small utilities — the no-commitment entry point.

- **Category:** [Hubs](https://notchlist.vercel.app/category/notch-apps/)
- **Price:** Free
- **Open source:** yes
- **Official site:** https://theboring.name
- **Available via:** Direct, GitHub, Homebrew
- **Requirements:** macOS 14 Sonoma or later · Apple Silicon or Intel
- **Version checked:** 2.7.3
- **Maker:** The Boring Team

## Kitsmith's take

The community answer to paid hubs. Minimalist on purpose, occasionally rough at the edges, and the right first install if you want to find out whether the island idea fits your workflow before spending money.

## Features

- **Music controls:** Album art blends into the notch with color effects; skip and play without leaving what you’re doing.
- **Calendar and reminders:** Upcoming meetings and events surface right in the notch.
- **Camera preview:** A quick camera check before a call, like a small mirror in the notch.
- **Battery indicator:** Charge level at a glance so a shutdown never surprises you.
- **File shelf:** Drop files onto the notch for fast drag-and-drop sharing, AirDrop included.
- **Custom HUDs:** Volume and brightness get redesigned sliders that blend into the notch instead of the stock macOS overlay.
- **Music visualizer:** Notch colors shift to match whatever’s playing, with smooth animated blur effects.

## FAQ

**Is boring.notch really free?**

Yes — it’s free and open source under the GPL-3.0 license.

**Why does macOS warn me when I install it?**

The team doesn’t have an Apple Developer account yet, so you need to approve it once in System Settings → Privacy & Security → Open Anyway.

**How do I install it besides the direct download?**

Homebrew: `brew install --cask TheBoredTeam/boring-notch/boring-notch`.

**Does it have known bugs?**

The GitHub tracker lists open issues including occasional AirDrop and fullscreen-detection glitches — worth a check before filing a duplicate.


---

Hand-verified listing on Kitsmith: https://notchlist.vercel.app/apps/boring-notch/